Looking for some local family fun to keep the kids entertained these school holidays?
Takapuna has you covered. There are so many things to do in Takapuna that are perfect for school holiday adventures – check out our handy list of ideas and places to go!
I Love Takapuna Easter Activity Trail
We’re running our famous Easter Activity Trail ALL SCHOOL HOLIDAYS LONG!
HOW TO PLAY:
1 – register and pick up your map from SHORE CITY (level 2, Customer Service desk, at the top of the escalator)
2 – follow the map around Takapuna and complete the activities at each location to receive a stamp
3 – make your way back to Shore City Customer Service desk to receive your Easter Treat!
The activity trail will be running between: 10AM – 3PM, every day of the school holidays (14th – 28th April).
You can complete the map at any time over the school holidays (i.e. you can start it one day, and finish it another!)
Please be patient with the businesses throughout this time – we are sure they will all be busy with their regular work, so please bear this in mind – they’re all very excited to see you though!
This is 100% FREE and is paid for by our wonderful local businesses – so please support them while you’re here.
There are over 100 places to eat and drink in Takapuna, so support local by grabbing that morning coffee, meet some friends for lunch, and take a stroll through the shops after enjoying the fun throughout the day. Check out our Business Directory for a full list of businesses and places to go!
The Great Piratical Rumbustification at The PumpHouse!
Shiver me timbers! The pirates are restless, yearning for a grand piratical adventure. “Oh, for a pirate party!” they proclaim. But, as any good pirate knows, a proper pirate party must be a stolen one. So now, get ready to set sail into the high seas of imagination as Margaret Mahy’s delightful tale, The Great Piratical Rumbustification comes to life in a swashbuckling stage performance by Tim Bray Theatre Company.
Join our young hero, Oliver Terrapin, as he opens up the doors of his oblivious parents’ home for a party – a party with real pirates! Mayhem ensues in this rollicking, rumbunctious rumpus of an escapade by Tim Bray Theatre Company that promises the most piratical fun you’ve had in years. Yo ho ho!
WHEN: 13 – 27 April
For more information and to book your tickets, visit the Tim Bray Theatre Company website.
Discover Secrets under the Sea at Takapuna Library!
Uncover the secrets of the sea at Takapuna Library these School Holidays!
Check out their programme of events:
- Marine Movies – enjoy some children’s movies at the library with an under-the-sea theme!
- Saturday 13th April, 2pm – 4pm
- Saturday 20th April, 2pm – 4pm
- Saturday 27th April, 2pm – 4pm
- Charlie and the Penguins – Bird hero Charlie Thomas talks about his environmental adventures amongst penguins. Then we’ll make cute penguin bookmarks!
- Saturday 13th April, 2pm
- LEGO under the sea – Come build underwater wonders with our library LEGO!
- Tuesday 16th April, 2pm – 3pm
- Tuesday 23rd April, 2pm – 3pm
- Underwater Art – Create underwater arts and crafts with the librarians!
- Thursday 18th April, 2pm
And of course Takapuna Library will still be holding their usual Wriggle and Rhyme, Rhymetime, Friday Crafts, Storytime, and Chess Clubs! To keep up to date and find out more information about these events, check out the Takapuna Library Facebook page.
Discounted tickets at Takapuna Beachside Cinema
Weather not looking too flash for a few days? Or just want to treat the kids to a movie on the big screen? Head in to Takapuna Beachside Cinema for $10 kids and student tickets these School Holidays!
With big hits like Kung-Fu Panda, Spy Family, The Mountain, Ghostbusters and Godzilla-Kong for the older kids, entertaining a couple or a group is super easy at the cinema!
Check out the Takapuna Beachside Cinema website for more details, session times and to book.
P.S – they also do some great deals for adults too, so ask them about their Coffee & Cake Club, Monday Movies & Pizza or Bubbles & Besties deals!
Virtual and Simulator fun at Thrillzone
Come to Thrillzone and Escape Quest and choose from their awesome school holiday deals!
1-Hour of Fun – experiences Virtual Reality, Tactical Laser Tag and Race Car Simulator Fun for just $55pp for a full hour of Fun!
Or choose the Ultimate School Holiday Fun Package for over 2 Hours of Fun! You’ll get to experience Virtual Reality, Laser Tag, Race Car Simulator and one of our awesome brand new Escape Rooms for just $85pp.
Read More about the school holiday specials on the Thrillzone website here!
Holiday deals at Escape HQ
20% OFF BOARD GAMES – including all ‘Exit the Game’, Ticket to Ride Europe, Happy Salmon, Cards Against Humanity (Family Edition) and more. Perfect for team fun over the holidays and as gifts for kids 6 through to 86 years!
KIDS JUST $10 – With this offer an escape room is the perfect adventure for families and friends these school holidays! It will put your super-sleuth skills to the test and get the adrenaline pumping as you race to escape before your time is up. To claim this offer, book for at least 2 adults and up to 6 kids, maximum 8 players per room.
T&Cs apply! CALL OR EMAIL and the friendly team will book you in for this special offer – 09 489 4999, auckland@escapehq.co.nz.
STUDENT DEAL – Students (15+) pay just $24 for an escape room booking for 4 or more people! You can book online using code BUSSIN24.
T&Cs apply. If your group also includes adults or children (7-14) you will need to call or email to book 489 4999 or auckland@escapehq.co.nz. Student ID must be provided.
Check out the Escape HQ website here for more information, T’s and C’s, and to book your holiday fun!
Treat the family to some delicious lunch or dinner out!
Itching to get the family out of the house? Have someone else do the dishes, treat yourself (and them!) and take them out to one of Takapuna’s buzzing family-friendly, kid-friendly and tasty-licious dining establishments.
We’ve got cafes, restaurants, takeaways and desserts for everyone in your whānau.
Check out our suggestions here!
Enjoy the sunshine and spend an afternoon at the incredible Takapuna Beach Playground with a refreshing sweet treat!
Just visiting town? Long time admirer, first time player? Looking after someone else’s kids and need something awesome to burn off some energy? If you haven’t been here yet, you should remedy that ASAP.
First thing you’ll notice is the MASSIVE tower. Kids (and adults, let’s face it) have an in-built need to be at the top of towers. Release them and they’ll be up the ladders in a flash, popping out the three slides (five if you count the wee ones on the bottom level). The best way to reach the top is to climb up the ropes on the neighbouring A-frame and cross through the tunnel made of netting – it’s hard to beat for beach views!
Check out more information about the playground here.
Check out the Sunday Markets in the new town square!
Get the kids and family up and out for a little market browsing on Sunday – the fantastic Takapuna Sunday Market is on every Sunday from 8am – 1pm in the Waiwharariki Anzac Square (behind the bus stop on Lake Rd).
Enjoy a range of performances while you browse through the different goods for sale whilst enjoying a beverage from your favourite cafe, or grab a little breakfast at one of the nearby spots – or come down a little later and grab a snack for lunch, then head to the beach for an afternoon of sun, sand and playground fun!
